One of the most admired women in the world, Grace Kelly
(1929–1982) is remembered for her beauty, poise, and style. Her
“fairy-tale” wedding to Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956 was one of
the most celebrated of the century. To commemorate its fiftieth
anniversary, this lovely book tells the story behind her wedding gown,
cap, veil, shoes, and prayer book—all given by the new princess to
the Philadelphia Museum of Art shortly after the ceremony.

Philadelphia-born Grace Kelly rocketed to Hollywood stardom in the
mid-1950s, becoming a top box-office draw and winning an
Academy Award. While her on-screen image was seen by millions,
her off-screen appearance was also major news. Fashion arbiters
hailed her understated, ladylike style—dubbed the Grace Kelly
Look—as the epitome of classic American style. Intense public
interest surrounded her wedding preparations, especially the creation
of her magnificent wedding dress, designed by Helen Rose and
made by MGM under top secret security.